Indigenous Birth Support Worker Certificate at University of Regina

This 18-credit-hour certificate, offered through First Nations University of Canada with the Faculty of Kinesiology and Health Studies, prepares learners to support birthers and their families before, during and after birth, centring Indigenous knowledge. It includes certified doula training and a 6-week practicum, and is delivered online, in person or by remote synchronized learning at the Regina, Saskatoon and Prince Albert campuses.

Faculty: Faculty of Kinesiology and Health Studies  |  Department: First Nations University of Canada  |  Duration: 1 year (2 terms)  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada

What you will study

Courses include INHS 100 Introduction to Indigenous Health Studies I, INHS 200 Traditional Indigenous Health Concepts, INHS 140 Introduction to Community Birthing Education, INHS 145 Introduction to Birthing Practices and INHS 149 Birthing Practices in the Community (6 credits, practicum).

Career pathways

Birth support worker in community and hospital settings.

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